E7#11
notes
The chord E7#11 is made up of these notes:
E
G#
B
D
A#
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The E7#11 chord is an intriguing and slightly edgy chord that brings a unique flavour to music. Composed of the notes E, G#, B, D, and A#, this chord starts with a root, a major third, a perfect fifth, and a minor seventh, but what makes it really stand out is the addition of the sharp eleventh. This creates a tension-filled, almost mystical sound that’s often used in jazz and fusion genres. Musicians might employ the E7#11 chord to add a splash of colour and sophistication to a song, often serving as a pivot or transition chord within a progression. Its distinctive voice can make a piece feel more complex and intriguing, capturing the listener's attention and drawing them into the music's emotional journey.
InversionsChord inversions refer to the different ways you can play a chord by rearranging the order of its notes. When a chord is inverted, one or more notes are shifted up an octave, changing the "bass" or lowest note of the chord. Even though the notes remain the same, the overall sound and feel of the chord changes depending on which note is the lowest.
Inversion 1
G#3
B3
D4
A#4
E4
Inversion 2
B3
D4
A#4
E4
G#4
Inversion 3
D4
A#4
E4
G#4
B4
Inversion 4
A#4
E4
G#4
B4
D5